How did the slaves trade shape the beliefs of those who were enslaved?

The experience of being traded as a slave reinforced the belief among enslaved individuals that they were seen and treated as property, rather than as human beings with rights. This dehumanization contributed to a sense of powerlessness and lack of agency among those who were enslaved. It also deepened their awareness of the brutality and injustice of the system that allowed human beings to be bought and sold.